About this property

This restored 1879 building is located in the historic district of Cape May. The hotel and cottages feature an exclusive area for hotel guests on the beach and guest rooms with a minibar and free WiFi. Valet parking is available for guests. Each room at The Virginia and Cottages provides a flat-screen cable TV and a safety deposit box. They are furnished with a refrigerator and include bathrobes for added convenience. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily at The Virginia and Cottages. The Ebbitt Room restaurant serves American Cuisine for dinner during the season. It is open during limited times in the off season. Guests can use the swimming pools at Congress Hall, 200 yards from The Virginia and Cottages. Emlen Physick Estate is one mile away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

American

  • FREE private parking!


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Lisa
    United States United States
    Loved this hotel! It was charming and beautifully decorated. Staff was kind & helpful. Lovely front porch to sit & relax and enjoy a cocktail!
  • Globtrotter06
    France France
    Very good location , everyone was cery nice and helpful . Very beautiful little town with a very pretty hotel
  • Danny
    United States United States
    The Virginia Hotel transports you back to the Victorian Era. From the decor, to all the sights and smells, visitors get to see what luxury living was back then.
  • Hannah
    United States United States
    The breakfast was AMAZING! We stayed in the Virginia room and it was perfect. The staff went above and beyond and the decor was absolutely beautiful.
  • Marcia
    United States United States
    The entire staff makes you feel like you are their only guest.
  • Belko
    United States United States
    Location was perfect, in the center of all activities. The Ebbitt Room was amazing, great food and friendly staff. Room was clean had plenty of space.
  • Lamarra
    United States United States
    Customer service was excellent. Room was very comfortable.
  • Kimber
    United States United States
    Ideal location to walk to everything, beach, dining, shopping... Complimentary breakfast, served on their large comfortable wraparound porch was complete with juice, coffee, quiche, fresh fruit, oats, yogurt and you could linger with a second...
  • Diana
    United States United States
    Beautiful properly, incredible staff, perfect location. Truly couldn’t have asked for a better stay. We will absolutely be back!
  • Nancy
    United States United States
    We love everything about The Virginia Hotel. This was our 4th or 5th time staying here. The hotel is beautiful, the staff bends over backwards to make you feel at home, the rooms are well furnished, and the location is perfect. If you really want...

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • The Ebbitt Room
    • Cuisine
      American
    • Ambiance
      Modern

House rules

The Virginia and Cottages takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 13 years are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that an elevator is not available at this hotel. The property and guest rooms are accessible by stairs only.

Please note children under 13 years of age cannot be accommodated at the property.

Guests are required to show photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

The outdoor seasonal swimming pool is open from Memorial Day through the Sunday of Columbus Day weekend *Weather permitting.